Students study an ancient culture in Mexico whose people were called the Mayans. They compare certain aspects of Mayan culture with Ancient Egypt. They discuss why some other ancient cultures (Egypt and China) were able to survive for...

Students discover details about ancient Egyptian funerals. In this ancient Egypt activity, students compare and contrast modern funeral rites to those practiced by ancient Egyptians. Teachers may also access the suggested print and...

Students research the use of pyramids in different cultures. For this ancient civilizations lesson, students watch "Inside the Pyramids." Students conduct further research on the topic and create magazine...

Third graders are introduced to the use of glyphs and relief carving by Mesoamerican cultures. They complete worksheets, view PowerPoint presentations, participate in a Webquest and create an original glyph carving in sandstone.

[Free Registration/Login Required] A directory of history resources (games, activities, puzzles, graphics) to be used as part of elementary study of Ancient Egypt and Greece, the Middle Ages, the Revolutionary War, and other topics....